Where to Ski Near Pittsburgh This Winter

Though the 2024 season has been unseasonably warm thus far, you can still hit the slopes this winter. And luckily, Pittsburgh has a variety of nearby ski options from full on resorts to hills. The ancient hills of this part of Appalachia definitely come in handy for ski-lovers.

Where to Ski Near Pittsburgh This Winter

Boyce Park

Distance from Pittsburgh: 30 minutes

Season Dates: December 18, 2024 – April 22, 2024

Just thirty minutes from Pittsburgh in Plum, Boyce Park is one for all the passenger princesses who still want to live the Aprés-Ski life, because it’s the only ski site on this list accessible by public transit. (Take the 77 bus to Penn Hills). It’s a great option for kids with some small local hills and winding trails for more seasoned skiers, plus snow tubing and snowboarding.

Seven Springs

Distance from Pittsburgh: 1 hour

Season Dates: December 20, 2024 – March 30, 2025

Like The Beatles or Prosecco, sometimes something’s popularity lines up with its quality. Seven Springs is beloved in Pittsburgh, and most people’s answer to the best ski resort outside of the city. Perfect for a family vacation, romantic weekend getaway, or a day out on the mountain with friends.

Snowshoe

Distance from Pittsburgh: 4 hours

Season Dates: November 27, 2024 – March 23, 2025

Ski aficionados in Pittsburgh will assure you that Snowshoe is worth the hype and well-worth the drive to West Virginia. It’s also often a lot less crowded than other resorts and has some of the best natural beauty in the region.

Wisp Resort

Distance from Pittsburgh: 2 hours

Season Dates: December 20, 2024 – March 20, 2025 (Projected) 

On the shores of Deep Creek Lake, you can travel to the mountains of Western Maryland for skiing, tubing and snowboarding, and you can ride a mountain coaster through the snow. Reserve a hotel room at the resort and stay a night or two for escape room games, local dining, a little shopping, and so much more. 

Laurel Mountain

Distance from Pittsburgh: 1 hour, 22 minutes

Season Dates: November 29, 2024 – March 30, 2025 

The iconic double diamond Lower Wildcat at Laurel Mountain averages a near 60% slope and is a must do for the most avid skiers. Then, after you’re done flying down the slopes, the Wildcat and Laurel Lounges have food ready for lunch or dinner and a fire blazing away to cuddle up around.

Story by Kylie Thomas and Emma Riva

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